Avantor - Highland Heights, KY

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Highland Heights, KY
10,001+ employees
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

Avantor is seeking a Product Manager for Digital Bioprocess Solutions to oversee our sensors products portfolio specifically designed for biopharma production applications. This role encompasses a variety of responsibilities including portfolio management, strategy development, pricing, life cycle management, and the management of both top and bottom line growth. The position is unique as it combines external partnership development with traditional product life cycle management, aiming to enhance Avantor's competitive edge in the bioprocessing sector. The Product Manager will be tasked with understanding market needs and competition, which will drive the design efforts for our sensors and smart systems. This role requires collaboration with the sales team to promote technology adoption and to ensure that the internal organization is aligned to support and expand the product range effectively. The position is fully remote, allowing for flexibility while managing a critical product line. In this role, you will act as the business owner for the sensors and automation portfolio within the Biopharma production business. You will be responsible for meeting or exceeding revenue and gross margin targets, leading all aspects of the business. This includes providing data on competitors, market positioning, and pricing strategies, as well as developing long-range product strategies that guide fiscal planning for future growth and evolution of the sensor product and automation platform. You will also collaborate with various teams to identify and mature opportunities for partnerships and value creation in the sensors and automation space.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the sensors and automation portfolio of products within Biopharma production business.
  • Meet or exceed revenue and gross margin targets for the product line.
  • Provide competitive market data and product positioning insights.
  • Develop long-range product strategies and guide fiscal planning for growth.
  • Identify and establish strategic collaborations with customers and industry leaders.
  • Collaborate with sales to define go-to-market strategies and implement commercial efforts.
  • Participate in senior leadership meetings to set objectives and strategies.
  • Drive cross-business unit initiatives in a matrixed organization.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for sensors and automation in sales and marketing functions.
  • Liaise with Marketing to create effective product collateral and campaigns.
  • Represent Avantor at conferences and tradeshows.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Science or Engineering required; master's degree or MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in the life sciences industry, product management, or market development.
  • Deep understanding of sensor integration in bioprocessing applications.
  • 5+ years of technical or commercial experience with automation or advanced analytics technologies.
  • Technical competence in bioproduction or related industry.
  • Ability to articulate business cases and guide decision-making processes.
  • Results-oriented with a high sense of urgency.
  • Strong project management and planning skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a matrix organizational structure.
  • Willingness to travel 10% - 20% domestically and globally.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in developing strategic partnerships in the life sciences sector.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in biopharma production.
  • Knowledge of digital marketing strategies for product promotion.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
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